Identify and discuss specific reasons why Mazda and Toyota are planning on building this manufacturing facility with respect to the following:

What, if any, barriers to trade do you think might exist that Mazda and Toyota currently have to deal with when they export vehicles to the United States and to North America?

Building this manufacturing facility is clearly an example of FDI. What specific benefits and costs might the home and host countries experience (be specific to the countries involved)?

What regional trade agreement(s) may Mazda and Toyota be trying to take advantage of by building this facility in Alabama?